A piece of action from the Burnley vs Everton tie (© Jan Kruger/Getty Images)
A piece of action from the Burnley vs Everton tie (© Jan Kruger/Getty Images)

Thursday menu: Three clashes and only one question - who's going down, Toffees or Clarets?

Reading Time: 1min | Thu. 19.05.22. | 13:50

Everton are facing Crystal Palace, while Burnley are hoping for a miracle both at Goodison Park and in their game at Villa. Chelsea host Leicester

Three contenders, two games left, and a single, one-way ticket to the EFL Championship. So, who's going down to the second division, Everton, Leeds United or Burnley?

We'll know a bit more after tonight's matches, as two out of three relegation candidates are fighting their larger-than-life battle for safety.

If Everton win at home against Crystal Palace, the Toffees will be guaranteed a spot in the Premier League next season. Moreover, Burnley are hoping for both - Frank Lampard's slip and the Clarets' win against Aston Villa. Even a point against Stevie G's team could prove crucial for Burnley as they will leapfrog Leeds ahead of the ultimate EPL round.

A draw for Burnley would be massive because the Clarets have a much better goal difference than Leeds. This means any victory in the last matchday vs Newcastle would mean survival for Burnley.

In the shadows, Chelsea - who already secured the Champions League - will host Leicester at Stamford Bridge. An eventual victory would guarantee them a third place ahead of their city rivals, Tottenham and Arsenal.

ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

Thursday

21.45: (2.05) Everton (3.50) Crystal Palace (4.40)

22.00: (1.53) Chelsea (4.50) Leicester (7.25)

22.00: (2.30) Aston Villa (3.35) Burnley (3.50)



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